Open wounds 2 weeks post - My PS says to put antibiotic ointment on them but I’m afraid they won’t close if I do. Any advice?

Inventive9972I appreciate your concern, however it is still early in your postoperative recovery journey. It appears from your description and photo that you are experiencing normal postoperative signs and symptoms after liposuction. All swelling and skin retraction needs to occur prior to full...

Thank you for your question. Based on your photos, you are a candidate for liposuction to the outer thighs, or saddle bags. I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon, who can create a personalized plan for you. Best of luck!

I assume you want to use the EMS as a strength training tool for athletic purposes to prevent or retard atrophy of muscles during your lipo recovery. Just as you should not perform strenuous exercises for 6 weeks in cases of uncomplicated healing or until instructed by your PS, I would p...

Thanks for your question. Healing after liposuction is usually pretty straight forward.  There is a process of swelling and bruising that peaks at 3 days after surgery and then undergoes the first stage of major resolution in the first 2 weeks after surgery.  The lateer phase of healing takes pl...

U.K. I am sorry you are having this issue. Irritation and burns similar to the one you are describing usually occur when the elastic garment is too tight. The garment should be snug but not overly tight and uncomfortable. It is best to keep the wounds clean and covered with an antibiotic ointm...

Many things can be improved with a liposuction revision expert. Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA